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A raised twin-size daybed on four 80"-tall corner posts — the posts double as canopy supports, with a slatted mattress deck and a trimmed-out privacy back.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legs Tall on purpose — these double as canopy posts. | 4 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 80" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| End panel horizontals | 6 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 36 1/2" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| End panel aprons | 2 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 36 1/2" | 2x6 | ☐ |
| Front/back aprons | 2 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 75" | 2x6 | ☐ |
| Front/back horizontals and cleats | 9 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 75" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| Back trim | 4 | 1 1/2" × 1 1/2" × 31 1/2" | 2x2 | ☐ |
| Mattress slats Starting estimate — measure the real opening between the aprons and cut every slat to fit. | 12 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 39" | 2x4, 2x2, or 2x6 offcuts | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 2x4, 10 ft Legs, front/back frame, and cleats — with enough leftover for mattress slats. | 13 each | ☐ |
| 2x6, 10 ft Front and back aprons. | 2 each | ☐ |
| 2x2, 8 ft Back trim. | 2 each | ☐ |
| Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2" | 80 each | ☐ |
| Self-tapping exterior screws, 2-1/2" | 40 each | ☐ |
| Exterior wood filler or plugs Fills any pocket hole that ends up visible. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Exterior stain or paint | 1 qt | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 2x4, 10 ft, Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2"
Drill two 1-1/2" pocket holes on both ends of each horizontal board. Attach to the legs with 2-1/2" pocket hole screws. Build two identical side panels.
Pocket holes can be filled with plugs or exterior wood filler if any end up visible in the finished piece.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 2x4, 10 ft, 2x6, 10 ft, Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2"
Drill two pocket holes on each end of every horizontal board — three per end on the 2x6 apron boards, which carry more of the structure's weight than the 2x4s. Attach to the legs with 2-1/2" pocket hole screws, keeping every pocket hole on the inside faces where they stay hidden.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x2, 8 ft, Self-tapping exterior screws, 2-1/2"
Attach the 2x2 back trim pieces to the back side of the daybed with 2-1/2" self-tapping exterior screws, flush to the back edge.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x4, 10 ft, 2x2, 8 ft, Self-tapping exterior screws, 2-1/2"
Attach the back slats to the 2x2 trim with 2-1/2" screws — you can also drive them from outside the leg for extra hold.
Complete the back by capping it with another course of 2x2 and a 2x4 cap, using the 2-1/2" screws throughout. This finishes the back into a real privacy panel rather than open framing.
Tools: Drill / Driver.
Attach the 2x4 cleats inside the 2x6 front and back aprons with 2-1/2" screws, spaced roughly every 8".
Tools: Drill / Driver, Random Orbit Sander, Tape Measure. Materials: 2x4, 10 ft, Self-tapping exterior screws, 2-1/2", Exterior stain or paint
Measure the actual opening between your two 2x6 aprons — treat 39" as a starting estimate, not a fixed number. Cut the slats to fit from your 2x4, 2x2, and 2x6 offcuts, lay them on the cleats, and screw down with 2-1/2" screws.
Sand and finish the whole daybed. String a curtain rod, sail shade, or drape between the four tall posts for the canopy.